Ordered a new camera :)

[SilentTrigger]

Decided I needed a new camera and as working weekends the pay was a nice supprise to so I decided to up my thought of a D90 and decided to go with a D300.

Can't shoot video but I really don't need that feature, I rather opt for Magnesium body and weather seal before video

Other then the Video feature and the better sensor of the D300 (and 51 focuspoints, 8 FPS) there arnt that many differences between the two.

Anyways here it what it looks like:






Will post some test shot's on here when I get it

[Steve]

i hate you

[Scott]

Very nice Cant wait to see some test shots

[atholon]

Wow that looks sleak.

[DevilDog#1]

Nice. Got myself Canon Rebel XSi earlier this month. Photos are very stunning at high resolution. (http://www.amazon.com/Canon-Digital-...2545220&sr=8-1)

No video either. Why would you need a video ability and compromise camera's photo features?

[SilentTrigger]

In the case of D90 the only real difference between the sensor in the D90 (With video) and the sensor in the D300 is that the D300 can handle long exposures better then that of the D90. So in a way I agree but at the same time I think it's about time it came to the DSLR's, quite a great feature espesially if you have kids, no need to get a cam on top of the DSLR.

One question DD, what number is the XSi? In europe they are called 40D 400D 350D 300D etc so I don't know which one that is? Amazing photos none the least!

[DevilDog#1]

It's also known as EOS. No idea about the D designation.

Specs are:

Product Features
12.2-megapixel CMOS sensor captures enough detail for poster-size, photo-quality prints
Large 3.0-inch LCD display; includes Canon's EF-S 18-55mm, f3.5-5.6 IS zoom lens
DIGIC III image processor provides fast, accurate image processing; improved Autofocus and framing rate
EOS Integrated Cleaning system, plus Dust Delete Data Detection in included software
Stores images on SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)

Technical Details
Sensor: 12.2 Megapixel
Image Resolution: 4272 x 2848
Storage Media: SD/SDHC Memory Card
Compressed Format: JPEG
Compressed Format: RAW
Focus Mode: Manual focus
Focus Mode: One-shot AF
Focus Mode: AI Focus AF
Focus Mode: AI Servo AF
Focusing Range: EV -0.5-18 (at 73°F/23°C, ISO 100)
LCD Monitor: 3.0-inches
LCD Pixels: 230,000 pixels
LCD Coverage: 100%
Shutter Speed: 1/4000 sec. to 1/60 sec.
Shutter Speed: X-sync at 1/200 sec.
Light Metering Method: Evaluative
Light Metering Method: Partial metering

More specs from Canon's site http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/co...ModelDetailAct

[Hellfighter]

man thats is a sweet buy with all the extra with it.

• 12.3-megapixel DX-format CMOS sensor: Nikon's exclusive digital image processing system advances DX-format image quality to new levels.

• The 3.0-inch super density 920,000-dot VGA color monitor: 170-degree, wide-angle viewing and tempered-glass protection makes critical image review possible.

• Continuous shooting from 6 frames per second up to 8 frames per second*: The new optional MB-D10 multi-power battery pack makes the D300 a powerful performer for a wide variety of shooting disciplines.

• When using the EH-5a AC adaptor or the MB-D10 multi-power battery pack with batteries other than rechargeable Li-ion En El3e.

• Low-noise files at ISO from 200-3200; The D300's DX-format CMOS sensor, with a high signal-to-noise ratio, empowers photographers to produce exceptionally clean files from a broad 200-3200 ISO range. Expanded range of options include Lo-1(ISO 100 equivalent) and Hi-1(ISO 6400 equivalent).

• Fast, accurate 51-point auto focus with 3D focus tracking and three dynamic AF modes: Exacting auto focus precision at blazing speeds!

• Nikon's exclusive Scene Recognition System (SRS): The improved 1,005-pixel 3D Color Matrix Metering II provides even more intelligent auto exposure capabilities, along with smarter auto white balance detection and faster, more accurate AF performance.

• Nikon's exclusive EXPEED Image Processing Concept: The foundation of Nikon’s newest Image Processing Systems, EXPEED culminates the concepts, innovations and years of Nikon’s digital image processing technologies at blazing processing speeds.

• Selectable 12-Bit or 14-Bit A/D Conversion: The choice of selecting bit-depths at 12-bit (4,096 tones) or 14-bit (16,384 tones), both yielding incredible image quality through a full 16-bit processing pipeline, enables photographers to choose smaller files at faster operating speeds, as opposed to larger files with smoother tonal gradations as slower operating speeds.

• Dynamic integrated dust reduction system: Self-cleaning ultrasonic sensor unit minimizes degradation of image quality due to dust particles.

• Two LiveView shooting modes: Use either hand-held or tripod when shooting in a studio, remote situations or from challenging angles.

• New Picture Control settings: Advanced color control with 4 preset options; standard, neutral, vivid and monochrome, as well as 9 customizable settings.
• Nikon's Active D-Lighting Image enhancement: Provided on the fly while shooting, Active D-lighting produces broader tone reproduction in both shadows and highlights by controlling light intensity and exposure compensation while applying localized tone control technology to achieve the right level of contrast across the entire image for sharp, detailed results.

• Rugged magnesium-alloy construction: Along with advanced dust and moisture protection and a durable shutter mechanism: The D300 has been tested to 150,000 cycles making it the perfect choice for photographers who demand high performance and agility.

source: http://www.nikonusa.com/Find-Your-Ni...page?pid=25432

checkout the link above there tons more goodies come with as will extra items to add to it

[SilentTrigger]

Originally posted by DevilDog#1
It's also known as EOS. No idea about the D designation.

Specs are:

Product Features
12.2-megapixel CMOS sensor captures enough detail for poster-size, photo-quality prints
Large 3.0-inch LCD display; includes Canon's EF-S 18-55mm, f3.5-5.6 IS zoom lens
DIGIC III image processor provides fast, accurate image processing; improved Autofocus and framing rate
EOS Integrated Cleaning system, plus Dust Delete Data Detection in included software
Stores images on SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)

Technical Details
Sensor: 12.2 Megapixel
Image Resolution: 4272 x 2848
Storage Media: SD/SDHC Memory Card
Compressed Format: JPEG
Compressed Format: RAW
Focus Mode: Manual focus
Focus Mode: One-shot AF
Focus Mode: AI Focus AF
Focus Mode: AI Servo AF
Focusing Range: EV -0.5-18 (at 73°F/23°C, ISO 100)
LCD Monitor: 3.0-inches
LCD Pixels: 230,000 pixels
LCD Coverage: 100%
Shutter Speed: 1/4000 sec. to 1/60 sec.
Shutter Speed: X-sync at 1/200 sec.
Light Metering Method: Evaluative
Light Metering Method: Partial metering

More specs from Canon's site http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/co...ModelDetailAct

Yeah finally got the D number from DPREVIEW from the specs above, it's the 450D, really nice camera. My brother have the 350D which is a really nice camera aswell so I presume this is awsome! Might actually have been the 300D when I think about it.

[DevilDog#1]

Cool beans! I might post some pics from recent vacation when I get a little time under Photography section.

Autumn must be a good time to go trigger happy, don't you agree?

[Hellfighter]

Originally posted by DevilDog#1
Cool beans! I might post some pics from recent vacation when I get a little time under Photography section.

Autumn must be a good time to go trigger happy, don't you agree?

if your lucky you may catch a fox or deer to take Picture of, unlucky no wild animals at all, very unlucky indeed a image of a skunk a whole a lot of them coming after you lol

[DevilDog#1]

I try to stay away from wild life. Makes my mouth water.

[VooDoo-]

Originally posted by Steve
i hate you

that ... .. pretty much says it ..

i want a d60

[SilentTrigger]

Almost hit a moose (well it was walking very slowly so wasn't that close) half an hour ago on the way from home. But no camera today Hopefully tomorrow

I agree autumn is really nice to photo, so many color variations and vibrant colours. But there will probebly be no colours to be amazed by when I finally get my camera.

[atholon]

Wow we went up butterfield canyon yesterday and it was gorgeous. That's one reason I wish I lived in Maine

[SilentTrigger]

Got the camera hanging around my neck now, will try to post some photos tomorrow (won't be any nice motives but will show the quality atleast )

[Hellfighter]

Originally posted by atholon
Wow we went up butterfield canyon yesterday and it was gorgeous. That's one reason I wish I lived in Maine

oh yes my old family generalize home area lol

yea my family came from Maine! long all go like the name it name after! same as my own last name. glade you enjoy it

it can take your breath away so great up there to see it all. great view see the land scape

last time i was up there back in the 1968 (was 8yrs old then) with my grand father he pass away in 1974 (i was 14 then), but if you camp up there you may see some wild life like fox and deers, and the air was sweet and clean to back them days, can't say today not been up there is 30+ years

grand father name was: R, F, Butterfield no joke

my grand father use to love camping and rock (gold more like it) hunting beside other things like hunting and fishing.
family tree mostly in new England states. god i love the pass was so nice then!

[SilentTrigger]

test image as i said I would post. Don't have much free time right now, been working for 13 hours some days, usually over time every day and will be working tomorrow and possibly sunday aswell so I wont have much time

[DevilDog#1]

So where are the pics ?

[Hellfighter]

he still trying to get the new roll of film into it lol